1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1458 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51 has manual transmission. 1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | AR 51 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 88 L |
